Accounting Manager
Location: US, CA, Cupertino
Department: Finance and Acccount
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Real Estate
Function: Accounting/Auditing

Company profile:
Founded by John A. Sobrato in 1979 and led by CEO John M. Sobrato and President Rob Hollister, The Sobrato Organization remains a family-owned firm known for integrity and dedication, with no outside investors or joint venture partners. Since 1953, the Sobrato Family has played a pivotal role in shaping Silicon Valley through its real estate development. Its office, and R&amp;D projects comprise 7.5 million square feet, most of which are Class A, mid-rise office buildings. The firm also owns 30 apartment communities totaling 6,700 units along the West Coast. Through Sobrato Philanthropies, the firm has donated more than $238 million in cash and real estate to the Silicon Valley community.

Job description:
This newly created position of Accounting Manager will oversee the accounting staff, taking full ownership of the team and its work product, providing adept management and leadership. The successful candidate will bring a strong background in all aspects of accounting and model high standards with superb attention to detail. S/he will be a strategic thinker and collaborator, who works effectively with diverse stakeholders. The candidate will also be a mature professional, with strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and excellent interpersonal skills with both direct reports and peers. S/he will be an active and capable problem solver, resolving conflicts in an effective and timely manner. The candidate will also have the ability to meet deadlines and work quickly, and in close coordination with a small team of colleagues.Key Responsibilities include:Manage all aspects of a five person Accounting Team. This includes managing the accounting activities of the team, as well as the professional development of the employees.Implement strong financial control best practices across multiple legal entities.Ensure Accounting activities are in alignment with Company priorities, working collaboratively with the Director of Tax and Director of FinanceReview work output from the Accounting team including, but not limited to, journal entries, checks, bank reconciliations, cash receipts and job cost reports.Establish and maintain a standard accounting manual that would inform all employees of operating policies and procedures.Review all financial activity to ensure appropriate approvals are in place.Review financial reports on a monthly basis with Director of Tax and Director of Finance.Continually improve efficiency and effectiveness of transaction processing, including evaluation of automation opportunities.Ensure accounting system is being utilized correctly and effectively and eliminate manual processes when a system-based solution is available.Manage the ERP system administration function for the Company.Evaluate and maintain information system permissions related to the accounting activities.

Requirements:
Bachelor Degree required. Major or specialization in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred. CPA a plus.Five years of experience in an Accounting Manager role. Ten years experience in an Accounting Department with increasing responsibility over time.Willingness and desire to coach, develop and manage performance on a daily basis.Strong analytical, comprehension and problem solving skills as well as strong verbal and written communication skills.Excellent working knowledge of Excel and all MS Office applications required. Experience with large ERP system a plus.Motivated self-starter with an excellent can-do attitude, customer focus and team orientation.Orientation to partnership accounting is a plus.Impeccable integrity and reputation.Work well independently and within a team, demonstrating a high degree of initiative, flexibility, and collaboration.Ability to be proactive and constantly prioritize responsibilities in a fast moving and rapidly changing environment.Exercise good judgment.Set the highest of expectations for personal and organizational standards and achievement.Bring a strong sense of self-confidence, self-awareness, and a sense of humor.

Benefits:
About us:Founded by John A. Sobrato in 1979 and led by CEO John M. Sobrato and President Rob Hollister, The Sobrato Organization remains a family-owned firm known for integrity and dedication, with no outside investors or joint venture partners. Since 1953, the Sobrato Family has played a pivotal role in shaping Silicon Valley through its real estate development. Its office, and R&amp;D projects comprise 7.5 million square feet, most of which are Class A, mid-rise office buildings. The firm also owns 30 apartment communities totaling 6,700 units along the West Coast. Through Sobrato Philanthropies, the firm has donated more than $238 million in cash and real estate to the Silicon Valley community.